Garlic Butter Salmon: Juicy Perfection for Easy Weeknight Dinners
A delicious and easy recipe for Garlic Butter Salmon that is perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic.
- Saute for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice, then place the salmon fillets in the skillet.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Transfer the salmon to a baking dish and pour the remaining garlic butter sauce on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Best served immediately with a side of vegetables.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Salmon, Salmon Recipe, Easy Dinner Recipe